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Emzor clears Air on NAFDAC Closure, Urges Nigerians to Unite Against Drug Abuse

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8 years ago

May 14, 2018

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The Founder and Group Managing Director of Emzor Pharmaceuticals, Dr. Stella Okoli has called on all Nigerians to work together in combating the rising problem of drug abuse among our youths.

Speaking at a press conference to announce the reopening of its plant at the company’s Head Office in Lagos, she said “we must all come together to work in harmony, in love, in unity to collectively campaign against this social problem”.

According to her, Emzor has been working to support Nigerian youths through the Emzor Wellness Foundation and the Chike Okoli Foundation which was established more than 12 years ago to promote healthy lifestyles and entrepreneurship among the youths. The foundation has since trained, influenced and touched the lives of millions of youths, many of whom have graduated from the foundation’s Centre for Entrepreneurial Studies and are now running their own businesses.

“Our vision is to make unlimited wellness available to all and affordable by all. We call it Emzor Wellocracy, and as I welcome you here, it is our hope and belief that you shall leave here as wellocrats, helping us spread the message of unlimited wellness to all our people” she said.

Also speaking at the occasion, Mrs. Uzoma Ezeoke, Executive Director, General Duties, noted that contrary to widespread reports, the company was not shut by officials of the National Food and Drug Administration And Control (NAFDAC).

She revealed that only one line of production was shut as the other Emzor plants were still operational.

She stated that the closure was indeed a misunderstanding because as a socially responsible corporate organization, following the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) documentary, the company took a pre-emptory measure by stopping the production of cough syrup with codeine.

Mrs Uzoma Ezeoke, Executive Director, General Duties, Dr Stella Okoli OON, GMD/CEO, Emzor, Chinelo Umeh, Regulatory Affairs Manager and Richard Ohahuru, Inventory Manager

She revealed that the company has cooperated with the regulatory body and is keen on working with others to tackle the drug abuse menace.

Mrs. Ezeoke explained that Emzor which is one of Nigeria’s leading companies has been in business for over 30 years and has been renowned for maintaining excellent standards and quality of its products.

She stated further that despite ensuring that its products are affordable, which is a deliberate management policy to ensure its products gets to all nooks and crannies and used by the poorest of the poor, the quality of its products have never been in doubt.

Mrs Ezeoke noted that Emzor benchmarks itself with world’s best practices, revealing that all its factories have current certificates of Good Manufacturing Practice, GMP, attesting to the company’s full compliance with regulatory guidelines. She also revealed that the company’s new ultra-modern factory, which is built to WHO standards is almost ready and will be commissioned soon.

During the Question and Answer session, Dr. Okoli stated that apart from the PR damage of closure, the company has incurred huge losses.

She noted that as a patriot, she views the losses suffered by her company as a national sacrifice which she hopes will ultimately lead to combating the drug abuse problem that is now bedeviling Nigerian youths.

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UK Orders Airspace Restrictions, Road Closures for Tinubu’s State Visit

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3 days ago

March 12, 2026

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Authorities in the United Kingdom (UK) have announced temporary airspace restrictions and road closures in Windsor ahead of President Bola Tinubu’s State visit to the country.

Britain’s monarch, King Charles III, will host Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu at Windsor Castle on March 18 and 19, 2026.

State visits represent the highest level of diplomatic engagement hosted by the British monarch.

According to Thames Valley Police, extensive security measures will be implemented in Windsor during Tinubu’s state visit, including an expanded airspace exclusion zone and a large-scale policing operation.

The castle already operates under a permanent airspace restriction, but authorities said the exclusion zone will be extended on March 18 between 07:00 and 23:59 GMT.

Police warned that anyone who breaches the restriction will “likely” face arrest.

Security operations will involve search teams, armed units, mounted officers, and road policing officers. Neighbourhood officers and Project Servator teams will also conduct patrols across the town to deter and detect criminal activity while engaging with the public.

Officials added that Windsor’s extensive CCTV network and hostile vehicle mitigation barriers will also be used as part of security arrangements.

Ch Supt Adrian Hall of the joint operations unit said:

“As a force, we have a vast amount of experience in policing royal events in Windsor, and significant planning and preparation have gone into this event.

“We will ensure everyone attending the state visit, including dignitaries, spectators, and members of the public, are kept safe to enjoy the historic occasion.”

Authorities said several road closures and parking restrictions will begin on March 17 ahead of Tinubu’s State visit, warning that motorists may experience temporary disruption on roads in and around Windsor.

Some footways and pedestrian crossings in the town centre will also close periodically between 09:30 and 12:30 on March 17 and 18 for a ceremonial procession.

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False and Misleading: Senator Ireti Kingibe Not Suspended, Says ADC

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3 days ago

March 12, 2026

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The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has dismissed reports that Senator Ireti Kingibe has been suspended from the party, describing the claims as false and misleading.

Kingibe currently represents the Federal Capital Territory in the Senate.

In a statement issued on Thursday, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, said the ADC is not aware of any decision to suspend the senator and urged the public to ignore the circulating reports.

Abdullahi emphasized that the party has well-defined constitutional procedures for handling allegations involving its members.

“The African Democratic Congress is unaware of any suspension of Senator Ireti Kingibe, the distinguished Senator representing the Federal Capital Territory,” he said.

He added that as a law-abiding political party, the ADC follows established internal mechanisms when dealing with issues concerning its members rather than addressing such matters through media statements.

“As a law-abiding political party, the ADC has clear constitutional procedures for addressing any allegations involving its members. Such matters are handled through established internal mechanisms, not through press statements,” Abdullahi stated.

The party therefore called on the public and media organizations to disregard the reports of Kingibe’s alleged suspension.

“We therefore urge the public and the media to disregard the reports suggesting that Senator Ireti Kingibe has been suspended by the party, as they are false and misleading,” the statement added.

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Tambuwal Finally Dumps PDP, Defects to ADC

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4 days ago

March 12, 2026

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Former Governor Aminu Tambuwal has announced his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party to the African Democratic Congress.

“I write to formally tender my resignation as a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), effective from today,” the letter stated.

Mr Tambuwal stated that the party’s persistent internal crisis, leadership disagreements, and divisions at various levels made it difficult for him to continue his active participation and commitment as a member.

“The ongoing conflicts have, unfortunately, worsened the unity and direction that once defined the party,” the former Sokoto governor stated.

Meanwhile, in a statement on X on Thursday, Mr Tambuwal said he had officially joined the ADC with his associates and supporters.

“I am convinced that this decision is guided by my belief that Nigeria needs a stronger political platform built on integrity, accountability, inclusiveness, and a clear commitment to national development.

“I remain fully committed to the service of our country and to the ideals of democracy, justice, and national unity,” the former governor stated.